OK. I've only been to the Donny game so far and after 15 minutes lining up was told they were clean out of pies. I've yet to sample the goods. However, salvation is at hand. I've managed to bag a ticket for Palace. I will be down in good time to soak up the atmosphere and, perhaps more importantly, buy a pie. The Amex Pie seems to be taking on a near legendary status. So once again I need the assistance of the NSC family. You tell me. What flavour should I be buying?
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Pies. You tell me.
- Thread starter jimhigham
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surrey jim
Not in Surrey
My vote for Steak (not had the veg one yet)
Hillian1
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Normally would always go Chicken but having had both now Steak is better.
Both are better than any pie at any ground/shop/bakery I've ever had.
Both are better than any pie at any ground/shop/bakery I've ever had.
Jack Straw
I look nothing like him!
I've tried all three flavours, and I'm afraid I don't know what all the fuss is about.
They all taste strange, aren't the most moist inside, and you do get a lot of pastry with loads of salt on top.
Having had a chicken balti pie at Portsmouth recently, that is the standard to beat.
What a beauty.
Big, full of juicy chicken in a wonderful sauce, and only enough pastry to stop the filling from falling out.
Sorry, but I think people are kidding themselves if they think the Amex pies are the best thing since sliced bread.
They are OK. That's about it.
They all taste strange, aren't the most moist inside, and you do get a lot of pastry with loads of salt on top.
Having had a chicken balti pie at Portsmouth recently, that is the standard to beat.
What a beauty.
Big, full of juicy chicken in a wonderful sauce, and only enough pastry to stop the filling from falling out.
Sorry, but I think people are kidding themselves if they think the Amex pies are the best thing since sliced bread.
They are OK. That's about it.
Fur Cough
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Hove Seagull
Well-known member
Sorry Jack, I must disagree. Although, obviously it's only my personal opinion. But they are LUVERLEY!
Gazwag
5 millionth post poster
I find the steak a bit too meaty, it needs a little bit more moisture/gravey inside.
Chicken once was better BUT agreed with the salt comment, I couldn't eat all of the top pastry because of the salt - Is that a supplier decision or a caterers decision re the salt
Not had a veggy one.
BUT I do enjoy them, minor critiisms from me.
Chicken once was better BUT agreed with the salt comment, I couldn't eat all of the top pastry because of the salt - Is that a supplier decision or a caterers decision re the salt
Not had a veggy one.
BUT I do enjoy them, minor critiisms from me.
Seagull Steve
SWC
I really can't decide between the steak and chicken, I have never had the veg pie. I think the OP should try all three, then give us his verdict.
Seems the issue is the consistency of preparation (and maybe of the product). I've had three or four steak pies (not each game) all from the South end kiosk of WSL and every one of them has been hot and full of moist, succulent filling. Seriously - couldn't find fault if I had wanted to. But others report dry, overly crusty and sometimes cold product. If that's the case then take them back and the standard will improve.
Bognor Bystander
Looking for a new job
Only had two chicken pies so far ... was queuing for a steak one the second time but they'd had a run on them. Both Chick ones were brim full of hot chicken and thought the pastry was tasty too ... 9/10.
chucky1973
New member
had a go on both and although both mighty fine, the Poultry one gets my vote
The last one was chicken, yes?
Had both, they really are excellent quality. With chicken at the moment, but can't rule out changing in the future!!
Shoreham Beach Seagull
Active member
Especially when new flavours are introduced
Seagull Steve
SWC
I am crossing my fingers for a nice curry flavour pie, you can't beat em.
Blackadder
Brighton Bhuna Boy
I have had a steak and a Chicken pie. not had the veggie yet.
Thought the steak one was good but my chicken one was a bit on the dry side. Maybe I was just unlucky.
Thought the steak one was good but my chicken one was a bit on the dry side. Maybe I was just unlucky.